Macerich's School Cents program turns everyday shopping trips into direct support for local schools. Guests at participating Macerich centers can direct their support to K-12 schools in their neighborhood, with each center sharing funds among up to 10 local schools based on the level of support they receive. This year, Macerich and its properties will distribute up to $405,000 to schools in the communities they serve — building on more than $2.7 million given to education since 2002. Funds support classroom essentials, curriculum materials and student resources, turning routine visits to Macerich centers into lasting impact for the schools and students in the community.
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Participating in School Cents has never been easier! Download the official School Cents app for instant access to your account, digital receipt uploads, transaction history and more.
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Everything You Need to Know
Have questions about School Cents? We've got answers. Read our frequently asked questions below.
- Annapolis Mall
- Arrowhead Towne Center
- Broadway Plaza
- Chandler Fashion Center
- Crabtree
- Danbury Fair
- Deptford Mall
- Fashion Fair Mall
- Fashion Outlets of Chicago
- FlatIron Crossing
- Freehold Raceway Mall
- Green Acres
- Inland Center
- Kierland Commons
- Kings Plaza
- Los Cerritos Center
- Queens Center
- SanTan Village
- Scottsdale Fashion Square
- South Plains Mall
- Stonewood Center
- The Mall of Victor Valley
- Tysons Corner Center
- Valley River Center
- Village at Corte Madera
- Vintage Faire Mall
- Washington Square
Log in via School Cents app or at www.school-cents.com. Click the ‘Upload’ button at the bottom of your screen. Take a photo of or upload a screen shot of your receipt and submit. Points will be automatically added to your account.
- Make sure retailer name, location (store address/shopping center) and total amount are visible.
- Register receipts: If long, the receipt may be folded to show the information as noted above.
- App receipts: Take a screenshot where it shows the above information. Note, this may be summarized in your Order History to show on one screen.
- Text receipts: Take a screenshot to upload.
- Online Orders: Receipts are accepted if the order is made online with an in-store pick up. Ensure your receipt shows the pickup location.
- Third-Party Apps: If you utilize a third-party app, upload the screenshot or store/restaurant receipt which shows the location selected.
- Paper receipts: photos or scans of original cash register receipts.
- Digital receipts: email, text or retailer app receipts – screen shot of the transaction.
- Online orders with an in-store pickup, or ship-to-home orders made in store.
- Third-party app/delivery service (Fandango, Shipt, UberEats, DoorDash, etc.)
- Credit card or bank statements
- Retailer-branded credit card account statements
Every dollar equals 5 points. Earn 2,500 points when you upload your first receipt! Bonus points will be offered throughout the duration of the program. Check your shopping center’s School Cents page to see current Bonus Point opportunities.
- Featured Bonus Points: Visit retailers listed as Featured Bonus Points retailers on your center’s School Cents page for triple points from 8/1/26-3/31/27. This will triple the value of the final transaction’s points total. (Ex. Standard: $1 = 5 points, 3X: $1 = 15 points).
- Monthly Bonus Points: Visit retailers or participate in events listed as Monthly Bonus Points opportunities on your center’s School Cents page for double or flat bonus points during the month indicated. This will double the value of the transactional receipt or award a flat amount of points per participation. Participation opportunities will have a QR code to confirm attendance/participation. (Ex. Standard: $1 = 5 points, 2X: $1 = 10 points. Event Participation/Donation = flat point amount).
*Installment Accounts: The first installment shown on the receipt will be counted towards points. For additional questions, please contact the support team noted later in this FAQ.
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